For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 670 students in Minot Afb, ND.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Minot Afb, ND are Memorial Middle School, North Plains Elementary School and Dakota Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Minot Afb, ND public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Minot Afb have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 31% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Minot Afb, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Rocket Rd
Minot Afb, ND 58704
(701) 727-3300
Minot Afb, ND 58704
(701) 727-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
North Plains Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 C St
Minot Afb, ND 58704
(701) 727-3320
Minot Afb, ND 58704
(701) 727-3320
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Dakota Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 Eagle Way
Minot Afb, ND 58704
(701) 727-3310
Minot Afb, ND 58704
(701) 727-3310
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Minot Afb, ND?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Minot Afb, ND include Memorial Middle School, North Plains Elementary School and Dakota Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Minot Afb?
3 public elementary schools are located in Minot Afb.
What is the racial composition of students in Minot Afb?
Minot Afb public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 31% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Minot Afb are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Minot Afb include: North Plains Elementary School vs. Dakota Elementary School, Dakota Elementary School vs. North Plains Elementary School
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